Giovanni Ghirardi

Giovanni Ghirardi is described by sources as 'brilliant at court proceedings.'

Chambers Global 2015

A true litigator with a passion for new and cutting-edge technologies, Giovanni has been at the forefront of some of the most complex cases in the patent field. Most of which resulting in decisions of seminal importance on issues such as FRAND, availability of injunctions on infringement cases involving essential patents, contributory infringement and others.

Often referred to as the technology 'geek' of the Italian office, Giovanni is a partner in the firm's Milan office and a member of our Intellectual Property team. In addition to patents, Giovanni focuses on trademarks, unfair competition, copyright and design, and he is particularly sought after for litigation with cross-border implications, often involving complex pan-European issues.

Having graduated cum laude at the University of Milan in 1993 (and having obtained a LL.M. in European Law at the London School of Economics and Political Science in 1998), he was somewhat surprised to learn from major directory Chambers Europe (in 2008) that some of his clients had praised him as the best 'young' lawyer in Italian IP.

Easy to reach and straightforward in talking, Giovanni is appreciated for his clear communication style and for his ability to provide a clear global view of a situation as a key strength (Chambers Global 2014).

Over the years, he has learnt that listening carefully to what clients have to say and being practical in his advice is a key to success. He is now listed in all major legal directories such as Chambers Global, Chambers Europe, Legal 500, IAM Patent 1000, WTR 1000 and others notable publications, where he has been recently described as brilliant at court proceedings (Chambers Global 2015).

Awards and recognitions

2017

Giovanni Ghirardi is a patent expert and IP specialistLegal 500 EMEA

2017

Giovanni Ghirardi has a gift for weaving persuasive narratives around the facts of a case. The erudite Milan maestro – who speak and lecture regularly – is at the cutting edge of case law developments in Italy and vital cogs within Hogan Lovells’ compelling transoceanic IP practice.WTR 1000 2017

2016

Giovanni Ghirardi is flying high; armed with an LLM in European law (obtained from the prestigious London School of Economics), he is the man to consult on trademark conflicts with pan-European implicationsWTR 1000 Edition

2015

Giovanni Ghirardi is described by sources as 'brilliant at court proceedings'Chambers Global